Your Dubai BFF (22nd-24th Nov)

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Good morning! This is your Dubai BFF, your go-to newsletter for spreading good vibes and turning you into the ultimate 'friend with the hookups.

In today’s edition, we have you covered till next Sunday. With:

  • 3 Dubai Good News items

  • A Useful Thing to help Dubai money troubles

  • 9 Events In Da City

  • 3 ideas for Fun Shizz To Do

  • 1 Foodie tip in The Hunger

  • And Dubai’s Laziest Artist strikes again!

Let’s get groovy:

💼 Business

UAE: Firms no longer need to notify tax authority of company changes under revised law

🏒 Sports

UAE beat Qatar 5-0 to keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive

💰Finance

Big Gulf banks buck global trend as lending income growth continues

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These are some of the activities taking place this week in our city. There is a good balance of sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

🎾👟Sports

Zumba Festival
What is it: The lively seaside location is transformed into a lively outdoor dance floor every Friday and Saturday, providing heart-pounding Zumba classes for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Where: The Beach, JBR
When: Sat 23 November  | (More info)

Tomorrow Ride

What is it: The ride offers two routes: a 14-kilometer route through Academic City for more experienced cyclists, and a 4-kilometer circle around the campus for families and kids.
Where: Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
When: Sat 23 November | (More info)

🎵❤️Music & Concerts & Festivals

Vishal Mishra live

What is it: He will be performing his most well-known songs live. He is renowned for his vibrant compositions, strong vocals, and dramatic stage presence.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
When: Fri 22 November | (More info)

Billy Ocean & B*Witched live
What is it: Prepare yourself for an incredible evening with classic tunes and exuberant performances by two of the most renowned performers from the 1980s and 1990s.
Where: Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Stadium
When: Fri 22 November | (More info)

👶👩‍👧‍👦Family

Icons of Porsche
What is it: When vehicles, art, and culture come together at the fourth edition of Icons of Porsche, car aficionados are in for an amazing event.
Where: The Slab, Dubai Design District
When: Sat 23 November | (More Info)

Al Noor Family Funfair
What is it: At the center's largest fundraising event, the Al Noor Family Funfair, march for a worthy cause.
Where: Al Noor Training Centre

When: Sat 23 November | (More info)

🎭🎨Culture, Arts & Community

Down to Earth
What is it: There are plenty of environmentally friendly activities for people of all ages at the free event. Discover engaging performances, workshops, and demonstrations centered around sustainable, botanical living.
Where: Jameel Arts Centre
When: Sat 23 November | (More Info)

📢🤝Conferences, Expos & Trade Shows

Forbes Middle East Medical Tourism and Wellness Summit

What is it: Prominent leaders and specialists will gather at the summit to talk about innovation in fields including workplace wellness, fitness, nutrition, mental health, and the revolutionary potential of technology.
Where: Jumeirah Beach Hotel
When: Sat 23 November | (More Info)

🥂🎪Festivals & Clubbing

Vinyl Souk Mini Festival
What is it: In addition to the music, you'll have the opportunity to take in art exhibits, a movie showing, pop-ups from nearby record shops, and food samples from nearby companies.

Where: 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
When: Sun 24 November | (More Info)

Dubai offers something special for everyone, whether you're wanting to spend time with family, friends, or on a romantic date.

🫂🫶🏻Thing To Do For Friends:

Dance to Craig David and Tinie Tempah

Estimated cost for 5: AED 1650 | (More Info)

🥰💗Thing To Do For Couples:

Watch Joseph Capriati at Pacha ICONS

Estimated cost for 2: AED 400  | (More Info)

🍭👩‍👧‍👦Thing To Do For Families:

Go on a family adventure (in the tree tops)

Estimated cost for 4 (2 Kids): AED 140 | (More Info)

Todays Foodie Tip: Seafood Lomi Overload by Pancake House UAE

“If comfort food had a seafood twist, it would undoubtedly be Seafood Lomi Overload. This dish takes the classic Filipino noodle soup to the next level, overflowing with a medley of fresh, succulent seafood and rich, savory broth.”

My verdict: DO TRY

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Every newsletter, I like to make some AI art about our city. (Ideas are welcome, please send)

This week, I typed, "If Dubai turned into a sports festival"

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That’s it for today!

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Your Dubai BFF, Scott Max

P.S. As your BFF I like to keep it real….

… by sharing cheesy quotes on happiness & gratitude….

… which teach a mindset that transformed my life for the better…

… stoicism. So here’s your cheesy quote:

"Happiness isn’t a destination; it’s the Wi-Fi signal you get when you stop chasing and start enjoying the moment."

And to put a cherry on top, I ask you to choose, my dear BFF:

I promise to be positive this week. Make a positive life choice and spread it to everyone in your vicinity.

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